CaPSL
Abbreviation for Canon Printing System Language. This page description language uses escape sequences to control the printer.
character attribute
A feature of a highlighted character. You can select underlining, bold printing, italic printing, and
character set
A set of codes that describe the general appearance of a set of characters. For example, a character set might contain the code for an uppercase A or the number 1. Character sets do not describe the style (font) of a printed character.
command
An instruction that tells the printer to perform a certain function. Commands are sent from the host computer to the printer when the printer is on line.
configuration
The process of changing the settings of the printer or computer to communicate properly with each other. For example, if you use a serial interface, features such as baud rate and rsmode must be configured to match the host computer and printer.
default
A value or setting the printer assumes unless specific changes are made. For example, the interface default value for the DEClaser 2100 printer is RS232C (serial). Default values are stored in ROM and cannot be changed.
downline loaded fonts
Fonts that are transferred (downline loaded) from the host computer and temporarily stored in the printer's memory. The downline loaded fonts have priority over the
dpi
Abbreviation for dots per inch. Dpi is a unit of measurement to indicate printer resolution. The DEClaser 2100 printer has a print resolution of 300 dpi.
DTR
Abbreviation for Data Terminal Ready. DTR is a control signal used with RS232C serial communication. DTR regulates the flow of data to the input
